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Hello,
I took the GMAT online test today and scored a very disappointing 650 (Q48, V32, IR4). It is a little shocking since I have been consistently scoring 700 and above in the last 4 GmatPrep tests. I was aiming for about 700. The verbal part is especially disappointing. I don't think I was nervous or anxious. I struggled with timing though and I felt more stuck on questions than usual. Verbal felt easier than quant. After seeing my score, it makes sense why.
I am looking for advice on - (1) whether to retake the test (I think yes) (2) should I use a course to tackle my weak spots? .
I plan to apply to R1 of the Haas EWMBA (part time) program and Wharton's EMBA program, so I want to target last week of September or 1st week of October for my retake. I understand that this is a tight timeline but I do not want to get prep fatigue. Does anyone have any advice on how I can improve? .
The only difference between my practice tests and actual test was that I guessed on the last 3/4 questions on Verbal in the actual test (I'm not sure why I did that since it wasn't my strategy). I never guessed on any verbal (or quant) questions during the practice tests. I took all practice tests under test conditions and did all 4 sections each time. I primarily used OG, OG Verbal Review, OG Advanced questions for the prep (though I had time to do just 30% of the hard level questions in Verbal) and Manhattan Prep Verbal, GMATNinja YouTube SC videos (Thank you!) for verbal theory. I also used the 5 day trial offered by Target Test Prep about 2 weeks before the test date. Would have probably signed up for the full course if I had known about it earlier during my prep!
My accuracy in easy and medium level questions was 85% and higher though I did not keep a tab on the time. I did just a couple of GmatClub 700 level quant quizzes (due to lack of time) and did not do well. I knew going into the test that Quant might be 47-49 but did not expect to tank so badly in Verbal.
My GMAT Prep test scores are below:
1. GMAT Prep 1 - 640 (Q49, V28, IR5) - Without any preparation in May 2021
2. GMAT Prep 2 - 680 (Q47, V36, IR5) - A month later after doing OG Easy and a few Medium level problems (studied on and off to get an idea)
3. GMAT Prep 3 - 700 (Q49, V35, IR7) - July 25, 2021
4. GMAT Prep 4 - 710 (Q49, V36, IR7) - Aug 8, 2021
5. GMAT Prep 5 - 730 (Q50, V39, IR6) - Aug 11, 2021
6. GMAT Prep 6 - 730 (Q48, V41, IR7) - Aug 13, 2021
GMAT Actual Test - 650 (Q48, V32, IR4) - Aug 15, 2021
Studied quite a lot in the 3 weeks leading up to the test but only on and off before that. My prep was quite unstructured and ad hoc. I did OG verbal easy and half of medium levels before reading through the fundamentals. Practiced hard level questions in the last 2 weeks. Did not do much of quant beyond OG and OG Advanced since my background is in engineering (Bachelors, Masters & PhD in engineering with a lot of advanced math), so I thought it would be ok. Looks like I overestimated my ability in both sections.
The GMAT online experience - It went very smoothly except for some audio issues before the test. The proctor was very nice and polite. I would definitely recommend the online version for those without any internet issues. I asked the proctor if lip movement is considered as talking and she clarified that as long as I don't make any sound, it is ok to read the questions to myself noiselessly.
Will appreciate any advice or suggestions! Thank you in advance!
I took the GMAT online test today and scored a very disappointing 650 (Q48, V32, IR4). It is a little shocking since I have been consistently scoring 700 and above in the last 4 GmatPrep tests. I was aiming for about 700. The verbal part is especially disappointing. I don't think I was nervous or anxious. I struggled with timing though and I felt more stuck on questions than usual. Verbal felt easier than quant. After seeing my score, it makes sense why.
I am looking for advice on - (1) whether to retake the test (I think yes) (2) should I use a course to tackle my weak spots? .
I plan to apply to R1 of the Haas EWMBA (part time) program and Wharton's EMBA program, so I want to target last week of September or 1st week of October for my retake. I understand that this is a tight timeline but I do not want to get prep fatigue. Does anyone have any advice on how I can improve? .
The only difference between my practice tests and actual test was that I guessed on the last 3/4 questions on Verbal in the actual test (I'm not sure why I did that since it wasn't my strategy). I never guessed on any verbal (or quant) questions during the practice tests. I took all practice tests under test conditions and did all 4 sections each time. I primarily used OG, OG Verbal Review, OG Advanced questions for the prep (though I had time to do just 30% of the hard level questions in Verbal) and Manhattan Prep Verbal, GMATNinja YouTube SC videos (Thank you!) for verbal theory. I also used the 5 day trial offered by Target Test Prep about 2 weeks before the test date. Would have probably signed up for the full course if I had known about it earlier during my prep!
My accuracy in easy and medium level questions was 85% and higher though I did not keep a tab on the time. I did just a couple of GmatClub 700 level quant quizzes (due to lack of time) and did not do well. I knew going into the test that Quant might be 47-49 but did not expect to tank so badly in Verbal.
My GMAT Prep test scores are below:
1. GMAT Prep 1 - 640 (Q49, V28, IR5) - Without any preparation in May 2021
2. GMAT Prep 2 - 680 (Q47, V36, IR5) - A month later after doing OG Easy and a few Medium level problems (studied on and off to get an idea)
3. GMAT Prep 3 - 700 (Q49, V35, IR7) - July 25, 2021
4. GMAT Prep 4 - 710 (Q49, V36, IR7) - Aug 8, 2021
5. GMAT Prep 5 - 730 (Q50, V39, IR6) - Aug 11, 2021
6. GMAT Prep 6 - 730 (Q48, V41, IR7) - Aug 13, 2021
GMAT Actual Test - 650 (Q48, V32, IR4) - Aug 15, 2021
Studied quite a lot in the 3 weeks leading up to the test but only on and off before that. My prep was quite unstructured and ad hoc. I did OG verbal easy and half of medium levels before reading through the fundamentals. Practiced hard level questions in the last 2 weeks. Did not do much of quant beyond OG and OG Advanced since my background is in engineering (Bachelors, Masters & PhD in engineering with a lot of advanced math), so I thought it would be ok. Looks like I overestimated my ability in both sections.
The GMAT online experience - It went very smoothly except for some audio issues before the test. The proctor was very nice and polite. I would definitely recommend the online version for those without any internet issues. I asked the proctor if lip movement is considered as talking and she clarified that as long as I don't make any sound, it is ok to read the questions to myself noiselessly.
Will appreciate any advice or suggestions! Thank you in advance!
15 Aug 2021, 22:50
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Hi sb29,
First off, a 650/Q48 is a solid Score - and since the criteria for EMBA Programs is handled a bit differently (relative to how MBA Programs handle admissions), you might be fine applying with this Score. As such, a retest might not be necessary. Since you know the specific Programs that you plan to apply to, you would likely find it beneficial to speak with an Admissions Expert about your overall profile and plans. Those Experts should be able to answer your Admissions questions and help define the specific areas of your profile that could use some improvement. There's a Forum full of those Experts here:
https://gmatclub.com/forum/ask-admissio ... tants-124/
There's certainly no harm in continuing to study and retesting - and you're closer to a 700+ than you probably realize. When these types of score drops occur though, the two likely "causes" involve either something that was unrealistic during practice or something that was surprising (or not accounted for) on Test Day. Before we discuss any of those potential issues though, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
1) How long have you studied? Over the last 3 weeks, how many hours did you typically study each week?
2) For your next attempt, are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
3) Going forward, how many hours do you think you can consistently study each week?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
First off, a 650/Q48 is a solid Score - and since the criteria for EMBA Programs is handled a bit differently (relative to how MBA Programs handle admissions), you might be fine applying with this Score. As such, a retest might not be necessary. Since you know the specific Programs that you plan to apply to, you would likely find it beneficial to speak with an Admissions Expert about your overall profile and plans. Those Experts should be able to answer your Admissions questions and help define the specific areas of your profile that could use some improvement. There's a Forum full of those Experts here:
https://gmatclub.com/forum/ask-admissio ... tants-124/
There's certainly no harm in continuing to study and retesting - and you're closer to a 700+ than you probably realize. When these types of score drops occur though, the two likely "causes" involve either something that was unrealistic during practice or something that was surprising (or not accounted for) on Test Day. Before we discuss any of those potential issues though, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
1) How long have you studied? Over the last 3 weeks, how many hours did you typically study each week?
2) For your next attempt, are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
3) Going forward, how many hours do you think you can consistently study each week?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
16 Aug 2021, 06:21
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Hi Rich,
Thank you very much for the reply and for directing me to the admission experts forum! I will check it out. I believe I can get a higher score, so its been a little humbling and difficult to let go. My replies are below.
1) How long have you studied? Over the last 3 weeks, how many hours did you typically study each week?
Probably around 4 hours/ day in the last 3rd and 2nd week before the test (not very efficiently), ~8 hours/ day in the last week which included 3 practice tests. Before the last 3 weeks, was mostly reading the theory from the ManhattanPrep Verbal book and finished all easy and ~20% of medium level OG questions.
2) For your next attempt, are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
I would prefer to take the at-home version as it is very convenient! However, the software has a lag when moving from screen to screen as well as in the essay section (lag in typing and appearing on screen). Maybe lost about ~1-2 min (an after-test guesstimate, could be shorter or longer) in each section just getting the buttons to respond and ~3 min in the essay section.
3) Going forward, how many hours do you think you can consistently study each week?
I will definitely have less time to prepare, so a maximum of 3-4 hours per day for a month if I am very disciplined.
Thank you once again.
Hi Rich,
Thank you very much for the reply and for directing me to the admission experts forum! I will check it out. I believe I can get a higher score, so its been a little humbling and difficult to let go. My replies are below.
1) How long have you studied? Over the last 3 weeks, how many hours did you typically study each week?
Probably around 4 hours/ day in the last 3rd and 2nd week before the test (not very efficiently), ~8 hours/ day in the last week which included 3 practice tests. Before the last 3 weeks, was mostly reading the theory from the ManhattanPrep Verbal book and finished all easy and ~20% of medium level OG questions.
2) For your next attempt, are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
I would prefer to take the at-home version as it is very convenient! However, the software has a lag when moving from screen to screen as well as in the essay section (lag in typing and appearing on screen). Maybe lost about ~1-2 min (an after-test guesstimate, could be shorter or longer) in each section just getting the buttons to respond and ~3 min in the essay section.
3) Going forward, how many hours do you think you can consistently study each week?
I will definitely have less time to prepare, so a maximum of 3-4 hours per day for a month if I am very disciplined.
Thank you once again.
